Champions To Stop Diabetes 

When you ride in Tour de Cure, you take part in something unique. You join the ranks of some of the most passionate people in the country people who care about cycling, health and, above all, finding a cure for diabetes.

A Champion is a rider who raises $1000 or more.  Champions will receive name recognition at opening ceremonies of each route, dedicated Route markers with Champions name along route, VIP status to VIP party and more to come - stay tuned!

To see Champion Flyer please click HERE

 If you raise $2,600, in honor of the 26 million Americans living with diabetes, you will become a Champion on a Mission and will receive the coveted gold Champions jersey.

Champions to Stop Diabetes is more than a medal or certificate, it is a program designed to raise awareness about Diabetes in the community and to improve the lives of all people affected by this disease.

Do you or someone you know have diabetes?

Thousands of people with diabetes participate in Tour as "Red Riders". Red Riders are the reason we ride!  

    (All Red Riders must raise the $200 minimum to receive the Red Rider jersey)

All Red Riders are given a jersey to proudly wear on the day of the event. in 2013 we have Youth Red Rider jerseys too. 

Beyond the recognition, Red Riders are part of a community that inspires us to ride and raise money to Stop Diabetes. Be sure to choose "Red Rider" when you register! 

ANYONE CAN FUNDRAISE

Whether you're new to this or have already fundraised for charity events, meeting the minimum will be easy with the support we offer. We know you can do it with these easy-to-use strategies.

Once you register, you'll have access to:

• Your "Tour Center" and personal fundraising webpage: You'll be able to share your story, send out emails to your friends, family, co-workers and contacts, and track your fundraising progress. We even have instructional videos to show you how to use all these tools.
• Fundraising emails and letters: Use or modify our template donation request emails and letters. We also have thank you e-cards and much, much more!
• Road tested ideas: You'll be provided proven fundraising strategies, from team rallies to social media outlets, to help you reach your goal.
• Your Tour de Cure coordinator: We're here to help you every step of the way! Visit your local Tour de Cure site and reach out your Tour de Cure coordinator today to get started.

Registered participants please log in above to MY TOUR CENTER to have immediate access to the fundraising resources. 

Team Red Knoxville

Team Red is for Red Riders (participants with type 1 or type 2 diabetes), their family, friends and anyone else who is looking to join with millions of others who want to Stop Diabetes! Any rider who isn't already on another team can join Team Red.

Being on Team Red means that you will instantly be a part of a community made up of people from all different areas and walks of life. Team Red is a great way to connect with other families supporting a Red Rider and other families that are honoring a loved one with diabetes.

If I don't have diabetes, can I join Team Red?
YES! You can join Team Red, which is made up of Red Riders AND those who support Red Riders. This is a team for anyone who doesn't already have a team.